Alumni Director's Circle

The GSPM Alumni Director’s Circle brings together a select group of engaged alumni leaders who are committed to strengthening the GSPM community. Through strategic insight, mentorship, and advocacy, members help deepen connections, elevate alumni engagement and support the next generation of leaders. 

Mission

To strengthen the connection between GSPM and its alumni by advancing engagement, supporting mentorship and professional development, and fostering a lifelong relationship with the school.

 

Purpose

To serve as a strategic partner and ambassador network that informs alumni strategy, activates alumni talent, and ensures alumni perspectives shape programs, priorities and outreach. 

 

Role of the Members

Members contribute by:

• Providing guidance on alumni engagement, programming and communications
• Serving as visible ambassadors for GSPM and its mission
• Building meaningful connections among alumni, students, faculty and leadership
• Expanding access to mentorship, internships and career pathways
• Supporting initiatives that enhance GSPM’s reputation and impact

Responsibilities

Members are expected to:

• Participate in quarterly meetings (virtual or in person)
• Contribute $250 annually to the GSPM Student Scholarship Fund
• Attend and promote alumni events and initiatives
• Support students through mentorship and career opportunities
• Provide strategic input to GSPM leadership
• Uphold the values and mission of the institution

Scope & Authority

The Director’s Circle will:

• Operate in an advisory capacity without governance or fiduciary responsibility
• Provide recommendations to alumni leadership and GSPM administration
• Represent the institution only when expressly authorized

Membership Terms

• Members are selected based on leadership, professional expertise, and commitment to alumni engagement
• Reflects diverse perspectives across ideology, industries, geography and lived experience
• Two-year terms with the option to renew

Leadership & Structure

• Led by two Co-Chairs who guide priorities and coordinate with staff
• Co-Chairs are invited to serve on GSPM's Advisory Council representing alumni-at-large
• Committees may be formed to advance key initiatives and programs